1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. Both 1987 Citroen AX and 1983 Peugeot 205 are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
